Energy
Creating firsts in smart off-grid technology
Clear Blue Technologies is a five-year overnight success story. CEO Miriam Tuerk said startups are created by communities, not individuals....
Renewable Energy.
Innovation in renewable energy technologies is at the forefront of driving our economies and our businesses to more sustainable practices. The rapid adoption of renewable energy sources will greatly increase its percentage of the global energy mix. In Canadian Mining & Energy, we report on the exciting world of renewable energy including solar, wind, geothermal and tidal energy.
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British Columbia
Rock Star: Mark Bartkoski
Mark Bartkoski has worked at mines around the world, drawing from his experiences to write his book, "Building Integrity." — Photo courtesy...
Energy
Affordable tech marvels dominate greenest vehicles list
Tesla Model 3 electric car. — Photo courtesy Greener Cars Washington, DC (February 1, 2018): For those who like clean vehicles with state-of...
Renewable Energy
Rock Star Merran Smith: Creating a cleaner tomorrow
When Merran Smith isn't promoting sustainability at work, she's outside enjoying Vancouver Island. — Photo courtesy Clean Energy Canada Merr...
Alberta
Major renewable energy company focuses on Alberta
EDF Canada is exploring the option of the Vulcan Solar Energy Project in the shadow of the existing Blackspring Ridge Wind Farm. — Photo cou...
Alberta
NAIT applies DME to long-haul trucks in Alberta
NAIT is currently working on Phase 1 of the applied research project to test DME in long-haul trucks in Alberta. — Photo courtesy NAIT Dimet...
British Columbia
Op-Ed: Beware the false profits of ‘green energy’ peddlers
Kris Sims, Canadian Taxpayers Federation, BC Director — Photo courtesy Kris Sims/CTF Let’s be as clear as a mountain stream: B.C. will need...
Renewable Energy
Avalon Advanced Materials goes after green
Avalon employee at the spring drilling program. — photo courtesy Avalon Advanced Materials For Avalon Advanced Materials, sustainability cov...
Manitoba
Searching for sustainable solutions
Cypher Environmental is continuously searching for new ways to improve efficiency on mine sites with environmentally friendly products. — ph...
Alberta
Energy winds are changing
Near Pincher Creek with Livingston Range in background. — Photo courtesy Jaq Murillo Everyone knows renewables are on the rise, especially i...
Alberta
Solas lights the way for renewables
Paula McGarrigle's children were raised learning about renewables. Not only does McGarrigle guide companies through renewable projects, but...
Education
Carbon a key issue as global miners prepare to meet with renewables and low-carbon energy experts
The Energy and Mines World Congress will be held November 27-28th in Toronto, ON. — Photo courtesy Energy and Mines World Congress September...
Energy
New winds are blowing: Canada’s energy shifts to renewable resources
Wind energy is just one component of a diverse and renewable energy supply. — Photo courtesy CanWEA The demand for diversification of Canada...
British Columbia
Geothermal sustainability closer than ever in British Columbia
January 2016 in front of the Valemount Marina, a few kilometres north of the original hot springs, the ice on the reservoir was easily a foo...
Global
Carbon pricing is pushing mines to look at renewables
Companies are investing in renewables and/or mine electrification to significantly reduce their carbon exposure, stabilize energy costs and...
Company Profiles
Global mining sector prepares to meet with renewable energy leaders in Toronto
This year’s Congress features case studies and expert views from mining operators from North America, South America, Africa, Asia and Austra...
Alberta
Iron & Earth Promotes the Unification of Oil and Gas with Renewable Energies
Iron & Earth challenges the outdated idea that oil and gas workers do not care about climate change. The non-profit organization focuses on...